Central Texas wakes up under the grip of a powerful north wind this Friday, the lingering signature of Thursday’s cold front. Gusts have been rattling rooftops and bending tree limbs since before sunrise, and they’ll continue to command the day. Sustained winds of 20–30 mph are expected, with peak gusts reaching 50 mph, prompting a Wind Advisory for all of North and Central Texas through 7 PM.
The morning begins with a few leftover showers—light, scattered, and quick to fade. As the front continues its push southward, skies will steadily clear, leaving behind a crisp, windy afternoon. Highs will stretch from the upper 50s to mid‑70s, depending on location, but the blustery conditions will make the air feel cooler than the thermometer suggests.
Austin & San Antonio: Bracing Against the Gusts
In the Austin and San Antonio region, the north wind is especially forceful. Sustained speeds of 25–30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph will make driving tricky and could bring down small tree limbs. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items—patio furniture, decorations, trash bins—anything light enough to be carried off by a sudden burst of wind.
Morning showers may briefly pass through, but the trend is toward drier skies by midday. Behind the front, temperatures settle into the upper 50s to mid‑70s, marking a noticeable cool-down from earlier in the week.
A Weekend Worth Savoring
Once the winds ease late tonight and into Saturday, Central Texas will be treated to one of those autumn weekends that feel tailor‑made for outdoor plans. Sunshine dominates both Saturday and Sunday, with gentle breezes of 5–10 mph replacing Friday’s roar.
Highs will land comfortably in the low 60s to low 70s, while overnight lows dip into the 40s—and even the upper 30s in a few Hill Country valleys. It’s the kind of cool, refreshing air that invites morning coffee on the porch and long walks under clear skies.
Looking Ahead
Warmer temperatures return next week, but for now, Central Texas gets to enjoy a classic fall weekend—bright, calm, and cool. After today’s windstorm, the quiet will feel well earned.
